Beneath the Cobblestones: The Ghosts of Edinburgh Await

By day, Edinburgh enchants with its Gothic spires, charming closes, and dramatic skyline. But when twilight spills over the Royal Mile, a darker tale begins. A city steeped in blood and secrets, Edinburgh is often called the most haunted city in Europe—and not without reason.

With Haunting Trails: Edinburgh, you’ll explore the shadowy corners of Scotland’s capital, guided by the chilling whispers of its past.

⚰️ City of the Dead

Descend into the Edinburgh Vaults, a web of forgotten chambers buried beneath South Bridge. Once home to smugglers, murderers, and the destitute, these tunnels are said to be stalked by a shadowy wraith known only as The Watcher. You’ll stand where countless terrified visitors have claimed to feel a hand on their shoulder—only to find no one there.

🔥 The Witch Trials and the Wrath of Maggie Dickson

Scotland’s dark history with witchcraft lingers in the stones of Grassmarket, where dozens were hanged. You’ll meet Maggie Dickson, a woman who returned from the dead after her execution—and whose ghost is said to appear near the gallows, her neck twisted but her eyes defiant.

🪦 Greyfriars Kirkyard: Restless in Death

Edinburgh’s most infamous graveyard is more than a final resting place. It’s the hunting ground of the Mackenzie Poltergeist, a violent spirit that has physically attacked those who wander too close to his mausoleum. Through your headphones, you’ll hear the stories that have driven visitors to tears—and others to flee.

🕰️ Step Back in Time. One Terrifying Step at a Time.

Haunting Trails: Edinburgh isn’t your typical ghost tour. You won’t be herded in a group or rushed through dark alleys. With our GPS-enabled audio guide, you’ll explore the city at your pace, unlocking bone-chilling tales exactly where they happened.

From the towering heights of Edinburgh Castle to the claustrophobic twists of Mary King’s Close, you’ll feel history wrap itself around you—tight as a noose.

📲 Dare to Walk Alone?

Download the Haunting Trails app, grab your headphones, and step into the long, haunted shadow of Edinburgh’s past. Just remember: ghosts are real in this city. Some just need a little company.